Operations Management Trainee

About the Role

This is a 12-month rotational training program for candidates with limited or no prior LTL or transportation operations experience. Upon successful completion, trainees will be promoted to Freight Operations Supervisors.

Key Responsibilities

• Participate in a 12-month Management Training operations rotational program, with assignments lasting 1-5 weeks each across all major functions including field operations, linehaul, maintenance, and support functions.
• Learn and perform foundational job functions, skills, and responsibilities of each rotational assignment.
• Complete dedicated leadership training at key points.
• Work alongside freight operations supervisors, dockworkers, and field leaders for hands-on operational experience.
• Communicate consistently with the program manager, reporting manager, and mentor.
• Meet weekly goals, learning objectives, and performance milestones.
• Take initiative to learn XPO operations through online resources, observation, and hands-on experience.
• Develop and deliver a Capstone project and presentation at the conclusion of the program.
• Demonstrate readiness for frontline leadership.
• Expect long, active days primarily on the dock, working alongside frontline teams in a physically and operationally demanding environment.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Program start date: 1/11/2027.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent military experience.
• Minimum 2.5 GPA.
• High level of stamina, adaptability, and grit.
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Willing to relocate within region upon successful completion of the program.
• Successfully complete all field rotation assignments with a strong foundational understanding of each functional area.
• Obtain all required certifications, including CDL and forklift certification.
• Participate in the internal Commercial Driver's License (CDL) school and forklift certification during the program.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Operations Management, Business or a related field (preferred).
• Demonstrated leadership experience through internships, academic projects, athletics, or work experience (preferred).
• Experience working on a dock or similar field operations environment (preferred).
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.

Compensation & Benefits

• Annual Salary: $63,000 (Actual compensation may vary).
• Competitive compensation package.
• Full health insurance benefits available on day one.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Earn up to 15 days of PTO over the first year.
• 9 paid company holidays.
• 401(k) option with company match.
• Education assistance.
• Paid training and development, including required certifications.
• This is an incentive-based position, which may include bonuses, incentive, or commission plans.